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Over 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!
BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power … View moreOver 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!
BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!
Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business… View moreSpoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.
Offer valid until 11:59pm 14 May 2023. For full terms and conditions click here.
Happy Mother’s Day
In previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our … View moreIn previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our communities and have you noticed it in yours?
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The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!
No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe … View moreThe NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!
No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe you’d like to bundle and get your first 2 months of broadband FREE with Electric Kiwi! Or sink your teeth into a $100 welcome credit with Flick.
There is more so hop to it Neighbours before they go!
Kia ora neighbours, a statutory manager has been called in to help the board of Wesley College.
The school’s principal, Dr Brian Evans, said the Ministry of Education had appointed Dr Shane Edwards to “assist the board around curriculum management and policies and procedures.”
”We … View moreKia ora neighbours, a statutory manager has been called in to help the board of Wesley College.
The school’s principal, Dr Brian Evans, said the Ministry of Education had appointed Dr Shane Edwards to “assist the board around curriculum management and policies and procedures.”
”We welcome this support as we feel it will assist us in our progress towards being an exemplary model of change,” Evans said in an online message to parents.
Read the full story at the link below.
Bring out the best in your home.
Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!
Hurry Resene sale ends Tuesday 11th April.
Shop online at shop.resene.co.nz or visit your local Resene ColorShop.
When it was dark, my brothers would pick me up and we would walk the streets... I hated school and wanted to drop out early.
Then I was introduced to a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme for young people that need a boost in life. It helped me build my self-confidence and social skills.
We … View moreWhen it was dark, my brothers would pick me up and we would walk the streets... I hated school and wanted to drop out early.
Then I was introduced to a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme for young people that need a boost in life. It helped me build my self-confidence and social skills.
We were paired with a mentor, my mentor Tony believed in me like no one else. Because of him I stayed in school, went to university and now have a full time job.
Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps Kiwi kids.
Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business… View moreSpoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.
For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.
Offer valid until 11:59pm 14 May 2023. For full terms and conditions click here.
Happy Mother’s Day
ADOPTION OPEN DAYS AT SPCA THIS SATURDAY, 75% OFF ADOPTION FEES!
We are holding an open day at our Thames Centre tomorrow to try to rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this Saturday will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 20 animals waiting for … View moreADOPTION OPEN DAYS AT SPCA THIS SATURDAY, 75% OFF ADOPTION FEES!
We are holding an open day at our Thames Centre tomorrow to try to rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this Saturday will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 20 animals waiting for their forever homes in our centre, we encourage anyone who has been considering adopting a furry friend to make the most of this amazing opportunity. Normal adoption criteria will apply.
No adoption appointments needed, just head on down to our Centre this Saturday.
📍 321 Ngati Maru Highway, Thames: 10am-1pm Sat only
Mark your calendars and come on down for fun and new furry friend for life!
It’s been 3 years since we’ve been fueling Kiwis with ‘appiness, and we’re giving you the gifts.
Fill up ‘appily before Monday and you’re in the draw to win your share of $1,000 Moolah. Woohoo!
This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?
… View moreThis Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Want to know about road works in your neighbourhood?
Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.
So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your … View moreWant to know about road works in your neighbourhood?
Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.
So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your journey or increase the level of noise in your neighbourhood, sign up now.
We are holding an open day at our Thames Centre this coming weekend to try to rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 20 animals waiting for their forever homes in our centre, we encourage anyone who … View moreWe are holding an open day at our Thames Centre this coming weekend to try to rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 20 animals waiting for their forever homes in our centre, we encourage anyone who has been considering adopting a furry friend to make the most of this amazing opportunity. Normal adoption criteria will apply.
No adoption appointments needed, just head on down to our Centre this weekend.
📍 321 Ngati Maru Highway, Thames: 10am-1pm Sat only
Mark your calendars and come on down this weekend for fun and new furry friend for life!
We are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across… View moreWe are holding open days at both our Auckland Centres (Māngere and Hobsonville) this coming weekend to try and rehome as many animals as possible. Anyone who adopts this weekend will get a huge 75% discount off standard adoption fees!
With over 150 animals waiting for their forever homes across both Centres, we encourage anyone who has been considering adopting a furry or feathered friend to make the most of this amazing opportunity. Normal adoption criteria will apply.
No adoption appointments needed, just head on down to your nearest Centre this weekend.
📍 Māngere: 9am-5pm Sat, 10am-4pm Sun
📍 Hobsonville: 10am-4pm Sat and Sun
We’ll have colouring activities to keep kids entertained, and a lolly-jar competition running for one lucky adopter to take home some goodies for the new companion animal ❤
Mark your calendars and come on down this Saturday or Sunday.
Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.
For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....… View moreNeighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.
For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....
Please invite those on your street and in your neighbourhood who might be interested (it's not just for rural folk, although those of you in rural communities might be particularly interested).
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